Orthopedics Physician

Location:
Carlsbad, NM

Carlsbad offers a unique blend of natural beauty and small-town charm, known for the magnificent Carlsbad Caverns National Park and the Pecos River flowing through the city. The area provides an excellent work-life balance with abundant outdoor recreational opportunities and a warm, sunny climate throughout most of the year.

Facility:
This medical center is part of the Pecos Valley healthcare network, providing essential orthopedic services to the Carlsbad community and surrounding areas. The facility features a 3-bed department and operates as a Level 3 trauma center with Level 3 pediatrics capabilities.

Opportunity:
Board Certified - Orthopaedic Surgery

Job Details:
• Provide comprehensive orthopedic surgical care with approximately 3 patient encounters per shift • Perform arthroscopic procedures as needed • Conduct total joint replacements including hip, knee, and other joints • Handle joint revisions and repairs for shoulder, hip, knee, and other joints • Provide specialized care in hand surgery and tendon release/repair • Perform peripheral nerve surgeries when required • Manage spinal procedures with and without instrumentation (cervical, thoracic, and lumbar) • Conduct percutaneous disc surgeries as needed • Must maintain active New Mexico medical license or hold IMLC • Board certification required with ABLS, ACLS, ATLS, BLS, and PALS certifications • Expected credentialing timeframe is approximately 30 days • Position available from January 1, 2026 ongoing

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.